1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 64 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Berline | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
